SoundCloud is hiring a
Tax Associate

Summary

The job is for a Tax Associate at SoundCloud's Berlin office, where the employee will support a wide range of tax-related tasks across multiple jurisdictions. The role requires some experience in a tax role, proficiency in MS Excel, and fluency in English (German is a plus). Benefits include relocation support, Creativity and Wellness benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, generous professional development allowance, flexible vacation policy, parental leave, free German courses, and various snacks and meals.

Requirements

• Some experience in a tax role, whether through internships or previous positions, preferably within a corporate tax department or a tax consultancy
• Basic knowledge of international tax laws and accounting rules with interest to expand the skillset in technical tax knowledge
• Proficient in MS Excel, with the ability to handle and analyze data effectively
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken, with German being a plus
• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with strong organizational skills
• A desire to learn, grow, and contribute in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and submitting corporate tax returns, VAT/GST filings, and WHT filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Support the processing of indirect and withholding taxes across various jurisdictions
• Help in maintaining and updating transfer pricing documentation and policies, ensuring compliance with global standards
• Contribute to the development and implementation of tax processes, with a focus on process improvement and automation
• Work closely with the Finance team during monthly and annual closing processes, ensuring accurate tax account reconciliations
• Assist in preparing for financial and tax audits, ensuring thorough documentation and timely responses
• Collaborate with other internal teams on tax-related matters, providing support where necessary
• Stay updated on local and international tax regulations, ensuring compliance and assisting in research when needed

Benefits

• Extensive relocation support including allowances, one-way flights, temporary accommodation, and by partnering with Expath, on the ground support on arrival
• Creativity and Wellness benefit for interests like gym membership, photography course or book
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Generous professional development allowance
• Flexible vacation and public holiday policy where you can take up to 35 days of PTO annually
• 16 paid weeks for all parents (birthing and non-birthing), regardless of gender, to welcome newborns, adopted and foster children
• Free German courses at beginning, intermediate and advanced levels
• Various snacks, goodies and 2 free lunches weekly at the office!